The City of Oak Ridge is currently beginning its recruitment activities for the position of Police Officer.Please carefully read this document carefully for information regarding the hiring process for Police Officer.MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS:1. Be a United States citizen2. Be at least 21 years of age3. Possess excellent moral character for carrying out law enforcement duties4. Be free of a criminal conviction record5. High School diploma/equivalent.6.Must have at least one (1) of the following:

• Two years of continuous, progressive full-time employment with an emphasis on increased responsibilities; or
• Two years’ service as a full-time, sworn law enforcement officer/corrections officer; or
• Two years full-time military service with an honorable discharge; or
• Associate’s Degree or 60 credit hours of college-level courses.

7. Must become Certified Police Officer (POST) in the state of Tennessee within the time frame specified by the City. 8. Out-of-state POST certifications will be considered. Candidates must obtain Tennessee Certification within six (6) months from date of hire.9. Must possess a valid State of Tennessee Driver’s license.10 Must successfully pass Pre-employment and Post-Offer Testing, including a background investigation, drug screen and psychological examination. Failure to pass these will result in revocation of the employment offer.11. Must pass a post offer pre-employment physical and functional ability exam. Failure to pass these will result in revocation of the employment offer.12.Facial and neck tattoos are strictly prohibited.Applicants meeting ALL the mandatory qualifications above will be invited to participate in a Police Officer Assessment Center and will receive an invitation by email the week after the position closes. As part of the Assessment Center, participants will be required to run 1 ½ mile (timed), complete a 300-yard sprint (timed), and do 20 pushups and 20 sit-ups.Other future selection steps for advancing candidates will include an oral interview, a psychological evaluation, a background investigation, drug screening, and a medical evaluation.Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., Friday, January 30, 2026.

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